Analyst, Transportation

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Orrville (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking a Transportation Analyst at our Orrville, OH corporate office.

This hybrid role requires overseeing real-time shipment visibility, proactively identifying risks, resolving issues quickly, and communicating exceptions with urgency. You will collaborate with carriers, internal teams, and external partners in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include daily shipment monitoring, issue resolution, coordination, and supporting performance/compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least 1 year of Transportation, Supply Chain, or CPG experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools.
• Detail oriented, organized and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Daily Shipment Monitoring.
• Issue Identification & Resolution.
• Communication & Coordination.
• Performance & Compliance Support.

Skills

Written & Oral Communication

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Tools

Job description

Your Opportunity as the Analyst, Transportation

The Transportation Analyst is responsible for ensuring real-time visibility and performance monitoring of all shipments. This role plays a critical part in daily transportation execution by proactively identifying service risks, resolving issues, and communicating shipment exceptions with urgency and accuracy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, excels at multitasking, and maintains strong working relationships across carriers, internal teams, and external partners.

Location: Orrville, OH Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires. (occasional weekend work once per month)

In this role you will:

• Daily Shipment Monitoring
• Issue Identification & Resolution
• Communication & Coordination
• Performance & Compliance Support

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 1 year of Transportation, Supply Chain, or CPG experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools
• Detail oriented, organized and ability to multi-task

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Written & Oral Communication – Willing to speak on phone and video conference
• Proven ability to work independently and with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment

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